There is popular saying that those who go to Chiang Mai without visiting Doi Suthep are no better than those who have never been to Chiang Mai at all.
On the Route : West
Chiang Mai is famous for its stunning mountain scenery, wonderful food,but also for its beautiful temples.There are literally hundreds of temples in ChiangMai and some of them are definitely worth paying a visit.
Famous temple in City area :
Chiang Mai Art and Culture Center - Located behind Three King Monument .Here you can learn history , culture etc., about Chiang Mai
One of the best equipped to welcome visitors.It is Thailand's highest mountain and towers 2,565 metres above sea level.
What to see :
On the Route : South
Chiangmai is home of the biggest land animal . There're many famous elephant camp here.
On th Route : North
On the Route : South
Doi Angkhang , is a demonstration site for planting and researching flowering plants, temperate fruit trees, vegetables and other crops under the patronage of His Majesty the King.
What to see :
On the Route : North
Bo Sang Umbrella Making Village is 6 kms From town where artisans make umbrella with accuracy and speed. People there make paper products by an ancient process and produce charmingly painted umbrellas.
On the Route : East